BR202014032688U2 - holder for properly fitting articles - Google Patents

Abstract

an in-vehicle article carrier including a first and second retaining member operable between rest positions and retracted relative to each other. The first and second retaining members have edge portions which are generally arranged in parallel relationship and define a spacing therebetween for insertion of an article in use. An article stored in the article holder is retained by the first and second retaining members wherein the first and second retaining members are inclined to the rest position for retaining an article therebetween. article support provides immediate access to personal items when stored by one of the occupants of the vehicle.

Description

Utility Model Descriptive Report for: "PROPER ADJUSTED SUPPORT" FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention generally relates to an article holder for a vehicle interior, and more specifically to an article holder having deformable retaining members that are adapted to hold an article in a fit mode. friction between them.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[002] Vehicle occupants are often looking for convenient places inside the vehicle to place and keep smaller personal items such as phones, pens, notepads, parking receipts, cards and other movable property such as electronic devices. portable. Inside today's vehicles, these small personal items are usually stored in a shallow cup holder or compartment open on the vehicle's interior trim, console, or instrument panel where they are insufficiently kept, and therefore subject to movement, vibrating. , and making noise when the vehicle is driven and maneuvered. In addition, these items can be ejected from a small storage compartment with the top open or a cup holder during vehicle maneuver.

Thus, it is desirable to provide an article carrier in a dedicated location for storing and retaining small personal effects in such a way that the items are securely held in place while maneuvering the vehicle and conveniently located in close proximity to the occupant of the vehicle. for your easy recovery.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

One aspect of the present invention includes an in-vehicle article carrier, wherein the article carrier includes a first and second retaining member. The first and second retaining members have deformable edge portions arranged in a generally parallel relationship. The edge parts are operable between rest and retract positions. A thrust mechanism biases the edge portions toward the rest position. An opening is defined between the edge portions of the first and second retaining members and is adapted to receive an article to be held in the article holder being abutted with each edge portion of the first and second retaining members.

Another aspect of the present invention includes a carrier for interior articles having the first and second retaining members. The first and second retaining members have edge portions which are generally arranged in a parallel relationship. The edge portions are operable between a rest position and a ajar position. In the rest position, the edge portions abut against one another along a backrest line. In the ajar position, a spacing is defined between the edge portions of the first and second retaining members. The edge portions are biased toward the rest position to retain an article received therebetween.

Yet another aspect of the present invention includes an in-vehicle article carrier including a console divided into a first and second storage compartment through a partition. The partition includes a first and second partition walls defining a storage space with each other. The first and second retaining members are arranged on the first and second partition walls in the upper portions thereof. The first and second retaining members are operable between rest positions and retracted together. A push mechanism biases the first and second retention members towards the rest position to retain an article received therebetween.

These and other aspects, objects and features of the present invention will be understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art upon consideration of the following specification, claims and accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS In the drawings: FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the interior of a vehicle having a center console including an article carrier: FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the interior of the vehicle of FIG. 1 showing support for articles on an open console: [010] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the interior of the vehicle of FIG. 1 showing support for articles that have a number of items retained therein;

[011] FIG. 4 is a fragmentary top plan view of a pusher mechanism for an article support;

[012] FIG. 5A is a perspective view of a pivoting mechanism for an article holder;

[013] FIG. 5B is a perspective view of a pivoting mechanism for an article holder;

[014] FIG. 6A is a cross-sectional view of an article holder in a rest position;

[015] FIG. 6B is a cross-sectional view of the article holder of Fig. 6A holding an article;

[016] FIG. 7A is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of an article holder in a resting position; and [017] FIG. 7B is a cross-sectional view of the article holder of Fig. 7A holding an article.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[018] For purposes of description herein, the terms "upper", "lower", "right", "left", "rear", "front", "vertical", "horizontal", and their derivatives, refer to invention as directed in FIG. However, it is to be understood that the invention may assume various alternative orientations, unless expressly specified otherwise. It should also be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the accompanying drawings, and described in the following specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Thus, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics with respect to the embodiments disclosed herein should not be construed as limiting unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

Referring now to FIG. 1, numerical reference 10 generally designates an article holder disposed within a vehicle interior 12. The interior of the vehicle 12 includes a driver seat 14 and a passenger seat 16 with a rear seat 18. As further shown in FIG. . 1, an assembled console 20 is generally centrally disposed between the driver's seat 14 and the passenger seat 16 in the rear position of the car and front with respect to the rear seat position 18. The article holder 10, as shown in FIG. 1 is centrally disposed over a storage compartment 22 in the assembled console 20, wherein the storage compartment 22 includes first and second storage containers 24, 26 having associated ports 28, 30 which are shown in FIG. 1 in a closed position. The first and second storage containers 24, 26 are disposed on opposite sides of the article holder 10, such that the article holder 10 is centrally located in the storage compartment 22. Storage compartment 22 generally includes a front wall 32, sidewalls 34, 36 and a rearwall 38, thus generally defining a rectangular shaped storage compartment 22. The doors of the compartments 28, 30 further include guide portions 29, 31 which are adapted to be occupied by the occupant of the moving vehicle. doors 28, 30 between open and closed positions.

Referring now to FIG. 2, storage compartment 22 is shown with doors 28, 30 in an open position, thereby allowing access to first and second storage containers 24, 26. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 2, doors 28, 30 have a recess with respect to side walls 34, 36 respectively, while projecting portions 29, 31 of doors 28, 30 are arranged above side walls 34, 36 for ready engagement by vehicle occupant. As further shown in FIG. 2, the storage compartment 22 is divided into storage containers 24, 26 by a divider 40 which is generally defined by the first and second partition walls 42, 44. The article support 10 is generally defined in this embodiment by partition walls 42 , 44 and includes the first and second retaining members 50, 52 arranged in an upper portion of the partition walls 42, 44.

Referring now to FIG. 3, storage compartment 22 is shown with doors 28, 30 in the closed position and articles 60, 62 are retained within article holder 10. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 3, the article holder 10 includes the first and second retaining members 50, 52 which are arranged generally parallel and adjacent to each other such that the retaining elements 50, 52 abut against each other along each other. a stop line 56. As further described below, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 include nose portions that are resiliently flexible to allow an article to be installed between the edge portions of each retaining member 50, 52 and resiliently retained by retaining members 50, 52 when in place. Retaining members 50, 52 may also include biasing mechanisms, which help to ensure proper and secure retention of an article stored in the article holder 10. As shown in FIG. 3, articles 60, 62 generally represent a pen and a portable electronic device, such as a telephone, respectively.

Referring now to FIG. 4, first and second retaining members 50, 52 of article holder 10A are shown in a generally spaced parallel relationship and include a gap or space 54 defined therebetween for receiving an article to be retained in the embodiment of article holder 10A. . The gap or spacing 54 is defined by edge portions 70, 72 of the first and second retaining members 50, 52, which may include a foam-like core lined with a durable material, such as fabric or leather, as described below. When the edge portions 70, 72 comprise a foam-like core, the edge portions 70, 72 are resiliently flexible or deformable such that the edge portions 70, 72 may themselves be deformed by a force applied to the edges. during insertion of an article into the spacing 54 defined between the retaining members 50, 52. The resilience of the edge portions 70, 72 provides for frictional retention of an article stored therebetween. As further shown in FIG. 4, edge portions 70, 72 include innermost surfaces 74, 76 and outermost surfaces 78, 80, respectively. In use, the innermost surfaces 74, 76 are adapted to abut and retain an article inserted in spacing 54 therebetween. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 4, the outermost surfaces 78, 80 confine spring-beam biasing mechanisms 90, 92. The springlike beam 90, 92 confines the edge portions 70, 72 on the outermost surfaces 78, 80 and further confines the limbs. 94, 96 arranged within the first and second retaining members 50, 52 respectively. In this manner, the pusher mechanisms 90, 92 tilt the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 inwards towards each other and toward the rest position. Thus, each retaining member 50, 52 as shown in FIG. 4 includes a pusher mechanism 90, 92, however, it is contemplated that only one retaining member may house a pusher mechanism. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 4, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are in a rest position A and are adapted to move to a retracted position B along a path as indicated by arrow C. Thus, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are deformable or movable, and therefore operable between rest and retracted positions B. For example, when an article is inserted into the article holder 10A, it will generally be spaced 54 between the edge portions 70, 72 of the first and second retaining members 50,52, or along the stop line 56, as shown in FIG. 3. As the article is pushed between edge portions 70, 72 of retaining members 50, 52, edge portions 70, 72 may be deformed if a foam core is disposed thereon, or when used with a part of the rigid edge 70, 72 the first and second retaining members 50, 52 may be moved or partly to the retracted position B along a path indicated by arrow C, to allow insertion of an article into the article holder 10A. In the recessed or separated position, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are separated or separated from each other, thus exceeding the inward force of the spring beams 90, 92. Thus, the spring beams 90, 92 define a biasing mechanism biasing the first and second retaining members 50, 52 inwardly to the resting position A shown in FIG. 4. In addition, spring beams 90 92 are loaded as the first and second retaining members 50, 52 by moving to the retracted position B during insertion of an article. By pushing the first and second retaining members 50, 52 to the resting position A, the spring beams 90, 92 provide a secure engagement of an article stored within the article holder 10A, thereby thereby providing the inward force. helps to retain the article in a locked position as further described below with reference to FIG. 6B.

As mentioned above, the article holder 10A may include a biasing mechanism such as the spring beams 90, 92 shown in FIG. 4, or may include deformable edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 which may themselves deform to store and retain an article therebetween. It is further contemplated that edge portions 70, 72 may be deformable, with a compressible foam-like core, while first and second retaining members 50, 52 are also movable between the resting and retracted positions as described above. While the embodiment shown in FIG. 4 including a spacing 54 between the inner surfaces 74, 76 of the retaining members 50, 52, it is contemplated that the retaining members 50, 52 may be positioned such that the inner surfaces 74, 76 abut one another along a stop line, such as stop lines 56, as shown in FIG. 3. When the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 abut one another, there is no opening, such as opening 54 shown in FIG. 4 between the edge portions 70, 72 of the first and second retaining members 50, 52. When the edge portions 70, 72 abut one another along an abutment line, the article support 10 may be suitable for support small items such as a parking card or credit card. In addition, aperture 54 as shown in FIG. 4, between the first and second retaining members 50, 52 may have varying width, depending on the desired vehicle design to meet specific storage capacity requirements. Any number of thrust mechanisms may be used in conjunction with the present invention as described below with specific reference to FIGS. 5A and 5B.

Referring now to FIG. 5A, another embodiment of an article holder 10B is shown having a plurality of pusher mechanisms 100, 102 disposed within the first and second retaining members 50, 52, respectively. As shown in FIG. 5A, first and second retaining members 50, 52 generally include an outer housing portion 104, 106 in which pusher mechanisms 100, 102 are eliminated. Each pusher mechanism 100, 102 includes a coil spring 108 that generally abuts reinforcing elements 110, 112 on their opposite sides. Helical springs may be made from a metal or polymeric material. Reinforcement element 110 is an external reinforcement element, while reinforcement 112 is an innermost reinforcement element within the drive mechanisms 100, 102. Together, the inner reinforcement members 112 are coupled to edge portions 70, 72. retaining members 50, 52. In contact with the coil spring 108, the innermost reinforcing members 112, along the edge portions 70, 72 coupled thereto, are adapted to slide or otherwise be moved to within housing 104 or 106 to move edge portions 70, 72 to the retracted position B along a path as indicated by arrow C. Movement to the retracted position B of edge portion 70, 72 is generally performed. by a force transmitted on the edge portions 70, 72 by an article to be inserted into the spacing 54 disposed between the edge portions 70, 72 when the article is stored within the article holder 10B. As the article is inserted into the article holder 10B, the coil springs 108 are loaded and are adapted to move or bias the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 to position A at rest along a path as indicated by arrow D. It is contemplated that any number of pusher mechanisms 100, 102 may be arranged along a length of the first or second retaining members 50, 52 to ensure proper engagement of an article when retained. inside the article holder 10B.

Referring now to FIG. 5B, another embodiment of a pusher mechanism 120, 121 is shown. Pusher mechanisms 120, 121 include a coil spring 122 that is adapted to abut a rigid reinforcing member 124. Rigid reinforcing member 124 is a support rigid structural element that is adapted to travel the length of the retaining members 50, 52 as designated by reference letters L1 and L2 and is further coupled to the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52. The rigid reinforcing member 124, in the embodiment shown in FIG. 5B is an H-shaped reinforcing member generally having an innermost surface 128 and an outermost surface 126. The coil spring 122 abuts the outer surface 126 of the rigid reinforcing member 124 at a first end and abuts further on the support member 130 at a second opposite end thereof. Thus, the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 are adapted to move outwardly from the rest position A to the retracted position B in a path as indicated by arrow C. The movement of the position at rest A to the retracted position B compresses the coil springs 122 such that a force D is applied to the rigid reinforcing elements 124, thereby pushing the edge portions 70, 72 of the retaining members 50, 52 into position rest for the retention of an article held between them.

Referring now to FIGS. 6A and 6B, another embodiment of article holder 10D is shown having first and second retaining members 50, 52 with edge portions 70, 72 disposed therein, wherein the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are disposed with along the upper portions of the partition walls 42, 44. As shown in FIG. 6A, the partition walls 42, 44 are spaced apart to define a storage area 150. In use, the storage area 150 is adapted to receive a portion of an article when retained between the first and second retaining members 50, 52. at edge portions 70, 72. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 6A, the retaining members 50, 52 are in a resting position A. As further shown in FIG. 6A, edge portions 70, 72 comprise a foam core 152 having an outer shell 154, which is made of a durable material such as fabric or leather. The outer shell is made of a tough material that will withstand a high frequency of items that will be inserted and removed from the 10D article holder. It is further contemplated that the outer liner 154 may include a rubber liner, or other type of liner, to provide a textured or traction surface for better wrapping of an article, such as stored in the article holder 10D.

Referring now to FIG. 6B, the article holder 10D is shown having a portable electronic device 62 stored therein. Portable electronic device 62 may be a telephone or other type of article that is positively retained by the first and second retaining members 50, 52 at edge portions 70, 72. Thus, as shown in the cross-sectional view of FIG. . 6B, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are in a position E engaged with portable electronic device 62. As further shown in FIG. 6B, a lower portion 62B of the portable electronic device 62 is disposed within the defined storage area 150 between the partition walls 42, 44. As further shown in FIG. 6B, an upper portion 62A of the portable electronic device 62 is positioned above the holder 10D for quick access to the article by the occupant of the vehicle. Edge portions 70, 72 of first and second retaining members 50, 52 are shown in their lock position E, and given the resilience of edge portions 70, 72 by foam cores 152, portable electronic device 62 is firmly held between them. The retention of the portable electronic device 62 between the first and second retaining members 50, 52 is generally a frictional snap retention, so that the portable electronic device 62 can be moved in a vertical direction as indicated by the arrow F, while still retained in the article holder 10D by the first and second retaining members 50, 52. Thus, the article holder of the present invention is adapted to retain an article generally along the length of the article retained therein [028] Referring now to FIG. 7A and 7B, another embodiment of article holder 10E is shown. The article holder 10E includes first and second retaining members 50, 52 having edge portions 70, 72 abutting each other on the innermost surfaces 74, 76 along the abutment line 56. Thus, the area Storage box 150, defined between the partition walls 42, 44, is kept out of sight when the article holder 10E is in a rest position as shown in FIG. 7A. As further shown in FIG. 7A, thrust mechanisms 160, 162 in the form of coil springs 108 are disposed within the first and second retaining members 50, 52 and generally abut the outermost surfaces 78, 80 of edge portions 70, 72 at a first end 108A, and further confine the reinforcing members 94, 96 at opposite ends 108B. Thus, the first and second retaining members 50, 52 are adapted to move between the backrest at rest position A, shown in FIG. 7A to the retracted position B by a force exerted on the edge portions 70, 72 when an article is stored in the article holder 10E. Thus, as the first and second retaining members 50, 52 move to the retracted position B from the resting position A, the edge portions 70, 72 will separate at the stop line 56 to receive article 62, as shown in FIG. 7B. In FIG. 7B, a portable electronic device 62, such as a mobile phone, is shown as an article stored within the article holder 10E. The first and second retaining members 50, 52 are shown in a retracted position B which can also be described as a engaged position E when article 62 is engaged and retained therebetween. In this position, the springs 108 are in a loaded position, thereby imparting a force along the path as indicated by the arrow D in article 62, to securely retain article 62 within the article holder 10E. As noted above, coil springs 108 define a thrust mechanism adapted to tilt the first and second retaining members 50, 52 to rest position A, such that when an article, such as article 62, is received between them, a secure coupling of the article is obtained by the constant force D of the thrust mechanisms 160, 162 acting together in article 62.

As best shown in FIGS. 5A-7B, article carriers 10A-10E generally include circular or rounded outer edge portions 70, 72 which are adapted to facilitate insertion of an article therebetween. The circular configuration of the outer surfaces of the edge portions 70, 72 provides a generally circular cross section as shown in FIG. 7A. Thus, even with a stop line, such as stop line 56 shown in FIG. 7A, the rounded outer surfaces of edge portions 70, 72 define a wedge insertion location W for an article. This W Wedge Insert provides a tactile location feature for a driver or passenger, as the driver or passenger attempts to place an article in the article holder.

Referring again to Fig. 1, the article holder 10 is a comfortable, slim fit holder that is fully integrated into the front console 20 of the interior of the vehicle 12 and has a low discrete profile. The comfortably fitting article holder 10 can be integrated into a console lid, armrest or other interior trim location on any line of the vehicle.

[031] The comfortably fit article holder, as disclosed in the embodiments herein, is an open storage space designed for the driver or passengers to put on small items such as telephones or other small electronic devices, pens, tickets, cards and the like. opening the article holder or between the retaining members. Articles remain securely in place and are easily accessible when articles retained in the article holder of the present invention are not completely enclosed in a closed storage container or container. The snug fit holder of the present invention maintains resilience between the retaining members, either through a spring bundle design as shown in FIG. 4, or a series of conventional springs lining both retaining members on either side of the opening, as shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B. In addition, the foam cores disposed at the edge portions of the retaining elements may further add resilience to the article holder. The different thrust mechanisms disclosed above are adapted to maintain the snug fit resistance of the present invention.

It should also be understood by those skilled in the art that the construction of the described invention and other components is not limited to any specific material. Other exemplary embodiments of the invention described herein may be formed from a wide variety of materials, unless otherwise described herein.

[033] For the purposes of this disclosure, the term "coupled" (in all its forms coupling, coupling, coupling, etc.) generally means the union of two components (electrical or mechanical), either directly or indirectly to one another. other. Such coupling may be stationary or mobile in nature. Such coupling may be achieved with both components (electrical or mechanical) and any additional intermediate members being integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another or with the two components. Such adhesion may be permanent in nature or may be removable or removable in nature unless otherwise indicated.

It is also important to note that the construction and arrangement of the elements of the invention as shown in the exemplary embodiments are illustrative only. While only a few embodiments of the present innovations have been described in detail in the present disclosure, those skilled in the art who receive this description will readily understand that many modifications are possible (for example, variations in size, size, structure, shape and proportion of the various elements, parameter values, mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) without materially departing from the new teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in the invention. For example, elements shown as integrally formed, the operation of interfaces may be reversed or otherwise varied, the length or width of the structures and / or members or connectors or other system elements may be varied, the nature or number The predicted adjustment positions between the elements can be varied. It should be noted that system elements and / or assemblies may be constructed from any of a wide variety of materials that provide sufficient strength or durability in any of a wide variety of colors, textures and combinations. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present innovation. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of desired exemplary embodiments and others, without departing from the spirit of the present innovations.

It should be understood that any steps or processes described within the described processes may be combined with other disclosed processes or steps to form structures within the scope of the present invention. The exemplary structures and processes disclosed herein are for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting.

It is also to be understood that variations and modifications may be made to the above structures and methods without departing from the concepts of the present invention, and it is further to be understood that such designs are intended to be covered by the following claims unless these are described. claims for their language express otherwise.

Claims (20)

A vehicle article carrier comprising: first and second retaining members having deformable edge portions disposed in a generally parallel relationship, the edge portions being operable between resting and retracted positions; pusher mechanism that pushes the edge portions to the retracted position; and aperture defined between the edge portions of the first and second retaining members, the aperture being adapted to receive an item to be held by the backrest with each edge portion. Article holder according to Claim 1, characterized in that the edge portions include an outermost surface having a circular configuration; Article holder according to Claim 2, characterized in that it comprises a bundle of springs arranged on each of the first and second retaining members. Article holder according to Claim 2, characterized in that the pusher mechanism comprises one or more spiral arrangements disposed on each of the first and second retaining members. Article holder according to Claim 4, characterized in that the one or more spring beams have a first and second end ends, the first end end abuts the outermost reinforcing member of the edge portion, and the second end. abutting the innermost reinforcement member of the edge portions. An article support according to claim 4, characterized in that one or more coil springs abut the support member at the first end, and further abutting the rigid reinforcement member at the opposite end, the rigid reinforcement member being disposed. along the length of the first and second retaining members and operably connected to the edge portions of the retaining members ie. Article holder according to Claim 1, characterized in that the first and second retaining members are disposed along the upper portions of the first and second partition walls in an assembled console, the first and second partition walls defining an area. of storage between them. An article holder for a vehicle interior comprising: a first and second retaining member having edge portions arranged in a generally parallel relationship, the edge portions being operable between a rest position, wherein the portion of the edge abuts each other along a stop line, and the broken position, wherein the edge portions are separated: and, wherein the edge portions are pushed against the rest position by a retaining item received between the same. Article holder according to Claim 8, characterized in that the edge parts are resiliently flexible. Article holder according to Claim 9, characterized in that the edge parts include a compressible foam core and an outer shell disposed on the foam core. Article holder according to Claim 10, characterized in that the outer covering comprises a textured surface. An article holder according to claim 8, characterized in that it includes: pushing mechanism pushing the edge parts to rest position. An article holder according to claim 12, characterized in that edge portions include an outermost surface having a rounded cross section. Article holder according to Claim 13, characterized in that it comprises a spring bundle disposed on each of the first and second retaining members. Article holder according to Claim 13, characterized in that the adjusting mechanism comprises one or more coil springs disposed on each of the first and second retaining members. An article holder for a vehicle interior comprising: console divided into a first and second storage container by a partition, the partition having a first and second partition wall defining a storage area therebetween; first and second retaining members disposed on the first and second partition wall and operable between resting and retracted positions; and adjusting mechanism adjusting the first and second limbs and retention through the rest position to retain an item received therebetween. An article holder according to claim 16, characterized in that the first and second retaining members abut one another along a stop line in the resting position. An article holder according to claim 16, characterized in that the first and second retaining members define an opening therebetween in the resting position. Article holder according to claim 16, characterized in that the first and second retaining members include deformable edge portions. Article holder according to Claim 16, characterized in that the adjusting mechanism comprises a spring bundle and a plurality of spiral springs disposed on each of the first and second retaining members.